1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
Model | Marcia | XJS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |